Senior Prosecutor - Felony Trials & Appeals

Dallas County

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Dallas County seeks an experienced attorney to perform advanced legal work, including litigation, research, drafting, and case management. The role involves representing the State in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury trials, with oversight to make tactical decisions on assigned cases.

The position requires a Texas law license and at least 2.5 years of practice, including lead prosecution in felony matters or related appellate work.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
At least two years and six months of experience practicing law.
Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.

Responsibilities

Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.
Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by reviewing documentation, conducting necessary legal research on applicable law, interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case, gathering evidence, and determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client of victim/family kept informed on status of case.
Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing.
Represents the State or client in trial and hearings by conducting jury selection, presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and presenting closing arguments.
Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain. Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached.
Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure court deadlines are met and records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.
Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III.